2018 Rankings Breakdown: Possible Summer Stock Boosters (Part 3)
As the breakdowns for the 2018 player rankings continue, we aim to highlight those who we believe could see an uptick in recruitment this summer.
Below, we run down some possible summer stock boosters that were included in the rankings:
DEVEN RICHMOND | 6’4 G | DEMATHA/MARYLAND 3D | #71 OVERALL
We’ve been really impressed with Richmond’s play so far at the BSN Summer League. He’s always been a superior athlete, but Richmond has exhibited a sense of urgency and big time motor. Richmond still has room to grow, but if he can stay consistently engaged, it won’t be long before he realizes his true potential.
CHRISTIAN FLAHERTY | 6’2 G | TAKOMA ACADEMY/DISTRICT BASKETBALL CLUB | #76 OVERALL
Flaherty is an outstanding athlete with good size and versatility. He’s a threat to make shots from the perimeter, but is also very good at getting into the lane and finishing in traffic. Flaherty is a good passer, and is capable of playing on and off the ball.
ELIJAH EPPS | 6’3 G | ST. FRANCES/TEAM MELO RED | #77 OVERALL
@SFA_Basketball defeated Goretti on this clutch 3 from Elijah Epps! #ThisIsPanthersBasketball pic.twitter.com/6P3CEmjNMd
— Coach Charles (@coachcee74) February 7, 2017
One thing we like about Epps is that he’s not just a talented scorer, but a solid defender. He’s capable of making shots from all over the floor, and isn’t afraid to take and make big ones.
WILL MULQUIN | 6’5 G | GEORGETOWN PREP/VA ELITE | #84 OVERALL
S/o @HoopMajor ⚡️🔋 pic.twitter.com/JGHEMUxIiy
— Will Mulquin (@splashmulqs) June 6, 2017
Mulquin is definitely an excellent shooter from the perimeter, but one thing we appreciate is how hard he plays. At 6’5, he’s an improving athlete, and an underrated rebounder who doesn’t take any plays off.
ALLIN BLUNT | 6’6 F | GONZAGA/ MARYLAND 3D | #86 OVERALL
Blunt is quietly putting together a productive AAU Campaign, and has seen his recent success translate with his high school team this month. He’s in much better shape than he was a year ago, and is evidently gaining confidence each time he hits the floor.